Grampians Events

The Horsham Market and Swap Meet is a massive event where collectors, motoring enthusiasts and everyone in between come together to grab a great bargain! The swap meet, put together by the Wimmera Mallee Historical...

Murray to Moyne is a cycling fundraising event for experienced cyclists that has been running for over 30 years. Founded in 1987 by the late Graham Woodrup and his wife, Hester, the event has raised millions of dollars...

The Great Western Rodeo, a yearly event held by the Great Western Football and Netball Club, has become a premier must-attend event in Victoria. With riders from Australia and rodeo lovers from all over the world, it is...

The Stawell Gift is a running race with a long history dating back to the late 19th Century. Today, this iconic race has become the most important event in Stawell’s sporting calendar. The event is held in...

The Moyston Easter Market is a family-friendly event every year on Easter Saturday. The festival is filled with wholesome activities, and everyone is welcome to celebrate Easter with the rest of the community. Moyston...

Apart from its many tourist attractions, the town of Halls Gap is also known for some of its unique events and amazing shows. Those who love to shop should come and check out the popular market at the Halls Gap Primary...

The Natimuk Farmers Market is a popular market located in the Grampians and is held only a few times a year. It is tucked away at the foot of the stunning Mt Arapiles and Mitre Rock, making it easily accessible for...

Come to the Grampians Grape Escape in a beautiful setting and relish some of the finest meals and wines the Grampians offers. With more than 90 stalls, the Grampians Grape Escape offers delicious gourmet food, live...

Participate in the Horsham Mothers Day Classic, a charity fun run held on Mother’s Day in Sawyer Park, Horsham. The Mother’s Day Classic event has been running since 1998, raising over $47.3 million and...

Australia’s biggest and best comedy festival is hitting the road for a huge year! They’re featuring the best and brightest of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and bringing the funny to you! Get ready...

Run the Gap is a fun run held yearly at Halls Gap in the scenic Grampians National Park. It provides the opportunity to run while enjoying the natural outdoors. This run-and-walk event incorporates a scenic 6km run/walk...

Serra Terror is an endurance event hosted in the Grampians National Park each June during the King’s Birthday weekend. The event is held over two action-packed days where teams join together to try and battle the...

The Hamilton Eisteddfod is an annual event held at the Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton. It offers musicians a platform to perform before a live audience. What sets this event apart from other music festivals is that...

Sheepvention, the biggest farming event in Victoria, brings together farmers and fashion enthusiasts for a two-day, one-of-a-kind event. The Hamilton Pastoral and Agricultural Society runs sheepvention and is the...

Peaks & Trails Run is a massive weekend of foot racing starting and finishing in the picturesque town of Dunkeld, just south of the Grampians National Park. This community-run event is powered by passionate local...

The Ararat Hill Climb is one of the most exciting motorsport events, taking place twice a year on the outskirts of Ararat. Recognised as the hardest and steepest on the Victorian Hill Climb Championships circuit...

Wonderland Run is held annually in late August and is based in Halls Gap, Victoria. Five major races are held as part of this exciting event. The Wonderland Run is now organised by Adelaide Trail Runners / Detour Sports...

Set in the gorgeous hillside setting of the Grampians, Halls Gap & Township boasts many popular exhibitions, shows and events throughout the year. Visitors to this region often come to indulge in the lush forest...

In spring each year, the Grampians host an amazing wildflower event called the Stawell Orchid Society Spring Show. Many visitors visit the Grampians region to enjoy this stunning orchid show and explore the amazing...

The Coleraine Cup is an important local racing event in Victoria. It has been taking place since 1903, and the same racecourse is home to one of the oldest jumps races in the country, The Great Western Steeplechase...

The Horsham Agricultural Show attracts competitors from all over Australia. Held each year at the Horsham Showgrounds, it is ideal for families as it offers numerous activities for kids. Horsham Agricultural Show is...

The Australian Pedal Car Grand Prix is a fun, action-packed, and vibrant event held in Coleraine. During this healthy and environmentally friendly event, competitors will race around the streets of Coleraine in the...

The Pomonal Native Flower Show is a yearly event showcasing iconic, exquisite Australian plants. It has been taking place for over three decades; it is a highly anticipated event by all in the gardening community...

The Rotary Club of Hamilton Annual Art Show is a yearly art event hosted by the Hamilton Rotary Club. The multi-day event, taking place at the Hamilton Performing Art Centre on Brown Street, features an array of...

The Hamilton Cup is a 2200m horse race held in October at the Hamilton Racecourse in the Grampians. The richness of the land on which the racecourse is located offers a breathtakingly beautiful background for the races...

Horsham Spring Garden Festival is a garden lover’s paradise for those who want to learn innovative ways to improve their gardening skills. Visitors can learn ways to adapt their gardening practices to seasonal...

The Patchewollock Music Festival began in 2012 as a one-off event. Still, following the warm reception and its success, it became an annual event that brings together locals and foreign visitors for a fun weekend of...

Relay for Life is a charity fun run event that raises money for cancer research and recognises those who have died, are being treated or have overcome cancer. Horsham Relay for Life is held each year and raises money by...

The 3 Peaks Festival is an outdoor market held in Dunkeld each year. It features live music, entertainment, fun activities, and market stalls. Held in beautiful spring Grampians weather, Dunkeld is a fun community...

Racing is a popular activity in Horsham, and the annual Horsham Cup attracts visitors from Victoria and beyond. The Cup typifies Victoria’s heart and soul, making it a must-attend event for those who would love to...

The Ararat Show attracts competitors from all over Australia. Held each year at the RT White Raceway in Ararat, it is ideal for families as it offers numerous activities for kids. The Ararat Show is dedicated to...

The Nati Frinj is a community festival held bi-annually in the small township of Natimuk in the Grampians. The festival is back with many fun exhibitions and events. The Nati Frinj mixes live music, performing and...

The Coleraine Show is one of the last standing P&A Shows to still run in its original format. They’ve entertained and showcased local talent in Coleraine and surrounding districts for almost 160 years! Coleraine...

The Dunkeld Cup is a popular country racing event held on the gorgeous grounds of Dunkeld Racecourse, right at the foot of the picturesque Grampians. This is not to be missed if you seek an authentic Victorian country...

The Penshurst Cup is an exciting horse race that now takes place in the busy Victorian country racing calendar each November. It is hosted by the Penshurst and District Racing Club, established in the 1800s and is one...

If you are in Horsham around Christmas time, don’t miss the most popular Christmas event, Horsham Carols by Candlelight. This huge event is a Christmas celebration in which families come together to sing along to...

Party with the Ponies is an exciting annual race day that has been taking place at the Hamilton Racecourse since 2005. The event celebrates the International Day of People with a Disability and seems to raise awareness...

New Year’s Eve in Hamilton is a large annual celebration that locals and visitors look forward to. The Southern Grampians Shire Council fireworks display is back to light up the skies this New Year’s Eve...

The Hamilton Pacing Cup is a highly-anticipated racing event with exciting activities and events for all ages. The event showcases harness racing in a community event that brings people from all over the southwestern...

The charming Grampians Region is also home to several renowned events, including the Great Western Cup. As one of the nation’s most admired racing events, the Great Western Cup welcomes many international and...